2026 Subaru Forester Rear Hatch Recall
2026 SUBARU FORESTER: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Updated December 18, 2025
The 2026 Subaru Forester may have a faulty rear hatch support bracket that can detach without warning, causing the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly and risk injury. Dealers will inspect and replace the bracket free of charge.
Is the Subaru of America, Inc. recalled? Yes. This product was recalled by NHTSA on December 18, 2025. Details below.
What is recalled
2026 Subaru Forester vehicles with an incorrect or incorrectly oriented rear hatch support bracket.
Am I affected
You're affected if you own a 2026 Subaru Forester. Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov to confirm your vehicle is included in recall WRG-25.
What to do right now
Contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614 to schedule a free inspection and replacement of the rear hatch support bracket at your nearest dealer. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 29, 2026.
Contact: Subaru of America, Inc.
The hazard
A rear hatch support bracket that detaches can allow the rear hatch to fall unexpectedly during use and increase the risk of injury.
Brands affected
- Source
- NHTSA
- Category
- Vehicles
- Recall ID
- nhtsa-25V889000
- Recalled
- December 18, 2025
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